Chrysobalanus icaco (coco plum)

Wikipedia Abstract

Chrysobalanus icaco, the cocoplum, Paradise Plum and icaco, is found near sea beaches and inland throughout tropical Africa, tropical Americas and the Caribbean, and in southern Florida and the Bahamas. The inland subspecies is Chrysobalanus icaco pellocarpus.

Invasive Species

Chrysobalanus icaco is a perennial shrub that is native to tropical America. It has been introduced to different regions of the world to prevent soil erosion, as an ornamental shrub and for its edible fruit. Chrysobalanus icaco can form dense stands and become invasive. In French Polynesia, the species has been declared a threat to biodiversity.